Technician

Econolite Group, Inc.•Ankeny, IA

About The Position

Econolite® is an innovator of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) solutions, products, and services. Our technology is helping save lives and making the Smart City a reality. If you want to be at the forefront of this intelligent technology revolution, we want to talk to you about being part of our team. Econolite is committed to employing the best talent that will make significant contributions to building a safer, connected world. Econolite’s ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity. Under general direction, the successful candidate will support Econolite Systems, Inc. in Ankeny, IA by performing work in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of traffic signals and other Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) devices.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Must have a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable DMV record.
One (1) to Five (5) years of related traffic experience; electrical experience preferred.
Knowledge of tools, equipment, practices, and methods used in installing, maintaining, and repairing traffic signals, ITS devices and associated equipment preferred; Video Detection configuration, troubleshooting and repair experience highly desired.
Knowledge of principles and practices of traffic control guidelines, both state and local, in addition to pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations regarding electronics
Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.
Ability to interpret design schematics, site plans, maps, and engineering drawings.
Ability to wire and connect cables necessary for operation of signalized intersections preferred.
Ability to exert moderate physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and may involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

Perform the maintenance function for ITS devices and related equipment, and perform basic troubleshooting of both wiring problems in cabinets as well as underground.
Understand and program video detection systems; install knockdown temporary/permanent replacement poles, signal heads, street lighting and/or combination of these items.
Troubleshoot and repair wiring problems on the highway, up to and including the replacement of conductors in conduit; test and splice loop detectors.
Assist in the training of new technicians; perform all job functions of Maintenance Technician and Maintenance Technician Trainee.
Perform all job functions of Utility Technician and any other assignments as requested.
Scheduling of subcontractors for subcontracted work, including electrical and Remote Weather Instrumentation System (RWIS) contractors, and/or conduit installation contractors.
Serves as a proactive customer service & quality ambassador of The Econolite Group, Inc. by representing the organization in a positive, professional manner to support The Brand Promise.
Performs other duties as required and assigned.